Friday, January 20, 2012

FO Friday: A gift for a knitter

 When giving away hand knits, it is nice to feel that they will be appreciated, and who appreciates hand knits more than knitters themselves?  Steph knows how to knit, but as a college professor with 3 young kids, she probably doesn't have enough free time to make something like Citron for herself.  So I do believe this is one gift that is going to a good home.
Even the third time around, I still love this pattern!
Pattern:  Citron by Hilary Smith Callis
Source:  free from Knitty
Materials:  The yarn is Schaefer Audrey in "Spruce".  I really like how the ruched rows turned out in this beautiful 50% wool/50% silk yarn.  I used US 3 circular needles to knit and US 5 to bind off.
Modifications:  I knit this in a smaller gauge than called for in the pattern, so I added a 6th section to make it large enough.  I also learned a great new stretchy bind off from YouTube here.

Even with an extra section, my version of Citron in a smaller gauge is more like a scarf or cowl:
I am halfway done with Steph's husband's hat so I'll save that for the next post.  Even though I didn't quite finish in time to get both gifts in the mail this week, I was certainly motivated to knit more quickly by participating in FO Friday.  Thanks Tami!
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18 comments:

  1. pinkundineJanuary 20, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    It's gorgeous! I absolutely love the yarn, it looks so luxurious and the colour is fab :)

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  2. CaseyJanuary 20, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    Pretty, I love the color so much!

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  3. Yarn ChangerJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    what a lovely job. Your Citron looks much better than mine. Mine was too small. That is a great present.

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  4. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    Oh, Citron. That one shawl pattern that I would willingly knit again! I always think each yarn in my stash would make a great Citron, and then I think of all the patterns I have yet to knit and restrain myself! LOL. It's lovely.

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  5. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    Oh, Citron. That one shawl pattern that I would willingly knit again! I always think each yarn in my stash would make a great Citron, and then I think of all the patterns I have yet to knit and restrain myself! LOL. It's lovely.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    Oh, Citron. That one shawl pattern that I would willingly knit again! I always think each yarn in my stash would make a great Citron, and then I think of all the patterns I have yet to knit and restrain myself! LOL. It's lovely.

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  7. NicJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    That is fab!! I am sure your friend will love it.

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  8. Erin KateJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    I can't believe you're giving it away! You must have a heart of gold. If your friend doesn't like it, send it this way! :)

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  9. JanetJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    Your Citron looks lovely in that yarn. I've wanted to knit that pattern for quite a while. Maybe now is the time. Great job!

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  10. nursenikkiknitsJanuary 20, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    What a beautiful gift. I've had Citron in queue for ages - now I hear it's call even louder!

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  11. autumngeishaJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:23 PM

    So pretty! I really love how it looks wrapped around the neck. It is a wonderful gift, especially to a fellow knitter.

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  12. Jeannie MarieJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:56 PM

    Gorgeous! That is so much work!! What a great friend you are!

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  13. AndriaJanuary 21, 2012 at 4:20 AM

    That's fabulous looking yarn and a really nice Citron. What an exceptional gift to give someone!

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  14. NickyJanuary 21, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    I'm sure your friend will enjoy it!!!!! This pattern is on my to do list; hope it turns out as nicely as yours.

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  15. SandyJanuary 22, 2012 at 10:22 AM

    Lovely, I've been wanting to make this for myself, but somehow I never get around to making much for me. Awesome color.

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  16. KeriJanuary 22, 2012 at 1:26 PM

    I've really been on the fence about making this pattern. But yours looks so pretty I may have to give it a try.

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  17. SweetPotatoJanuary 22, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    Just beautiful! And I love to color of the yarn!

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  18. ShannonJanuary 28, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    I love the way it falls around the neck - beautiful!

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